☼ The Circle of Life [Voice]

[he_watches_you]

[At the beginning of this feed, the sound of trickling water can be heard. Then, there is a great splash and the sound of someone swimming back to the bank. After a quick shake, Mufasa finally speaks.]

I was beginning to think I would never have a proper bath. [He chuckles and begins to groom him. Yes, even manly lions like Mufasa need a good

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[scaronhisface]

You miss him?

[he_watches_you]

I do. He was a good adviser.

[scaronhisface]

Go figure.

[he_watches_you]

It runs in his family. His mother was my father's adviser.

[scaronhisface]

Sure.

[he_watches_you]

You don't believe me?

[Locked]

[scaronhisface]

A lot's changed since you were around.

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[he_watches_you]

You keep saying that.

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[scaronhisface]

Zazu would have rather seen me thrown off a cliff than come anywhere near Pride Rock.

...At least...that's how he made it sound.

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[he_watches_you]

I don't think that's true.

He can be emotional at times.

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[scaronhisface]

He seemed pretty adamant.

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[he_watches_you]

He likes to keep my family safe.

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[scaronhisface]

That's no excuse to treat anyone like that.

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[he_watches_you]

Perhaps not, but his intentions were good.

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[scaronhisface]

[Kovu wants to say something more, but bites his tongue.]

Maybe someday he'll be able to prove that.

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[he_watches_you]

Kovu, not everyone can make good decisions in challenging situations. That takes time and practice.